About This Book
In Dan Gutman's humorous chapter book, "The Million Dollar Goal," hockey-obsessed twins Dawn and Dusk Rosenberg are thrilled to attend a Montreal Canadiens game. Their excitement skyrockets when their eccentric, walker-wielding grandmother, Oma, is randomly selected to attempt a million-dollar shot on ice. What follows is a comical and heartwarming journey as the twins try to train Oma, who is not exactly a natural athlete, for the biggest moment of their lives. This book explores themes of family bonds, perseverance, and overcoming embarrassment, all wrapped in a fast-paced sports adventure. Perfect for readers aged 7-11, it's a great choice for reluctant readers and sports fans alike.
Twins Dawn and Dusk Rosenberg live for hockey and worship the Montreal Canadiens. When their dad gets the family tickets to the next Canadiens game, they cant believe their luck. Theyre even more psyched when they hear about the million dollar goal contest. Could this be the beginning of a dream come true for Dawn and Duskor the biggest humiliation of their lives?
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Discussion Prompts
1
How do Dawn and Dusk feel about Oma at the beginning of the story, and how do their feelings change?
2
What does "perseverance" mean, and how does Oma show it in the book?
3
Have you ever felt embarrassed by a family member? How did you handle it?
4
What do you think is more important, winning a million dollars or supporting your family?
5
If you could train anyone to do something amazing, who would it be and what would you train them to do?
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